Street Scene Elevations
Last updated October 29, 2026.
Local validation checklist code A3
When you'll need to provide this
You must include this if you're submitting your planning application to either Swale or Maidstone borough councils.
For applications submitted to either Swale or Maidstone borough councils
These requirements apply to applications sumittted to either Swale or Maidstone borough councils.
New building(s) in built up areas where there is a 'street scene'.
Typical proposals
The street scene elevations planning application requirement is typically needed when you're proposing to do any of the following:
New housing development; Converting a building into homes; HMO; Change of use; Commercial development; Retail, restaurant or takeaway; Industrial or warehouse developmentWhat you'll need to provide
What you'll need to include in your application
For applications submitted to either Swale or Maidstone borough councils
Scaled elevations are required to show at least the relationship between the proposed building(s) and those either side in terms of respective heights, distances and materials etc.
Why we need you to provide this
Why we need you to include this in your application.
For applications submitted to either Swale or Maidstone borough councils
There will be a need to fully understand how the proposed building(s) will relate to the established 'street scene' which is a line of buildings fronting a highway in close proximity to each other.